Preparação
What do you want your listener to get out of each episode? If you’re interviewing someone, there should be a point. Why them and what is the conversation you want to have?
Before the interview, email your guest a reminder about the interview. Let them know the format of the show and answer questions like: Is this live? Will it be edited? Is it audio only? My guests feel a lot more comfortable knowing I’ll be editing later. I also share questions in advance if I have questions that might put the guest on the spot.
Also, for remote interviews, make sure you remind your guests that they need to wear headphones to prevent audio bleed. Give them tips to get the best sound quality on their end, for example:
Do the interview on your computer in a quiet area with strong wifi. I usually restart my computer before an interview to give it a little refresh ;)
To avoid putting a strain on your Skype connection during the call, close any applications and windows you don’t need. Mute notifications on any desktop messenger apps (email pings and whatnot).
Wearing headphones that plug into your computer will help prevent audio feedback. If you have a microphone, using that is good for sound quality but it’s not a big deal if you don’t have one.
Pesquisa sobre o convidado
Provide a Bio and Headshot
Whether we like it or not, not all podcast hosts will have read this blog post (hehe) and be completely prepared to have you on their show. Or, they won’t have stellar research skills and won’t be able to find your latest headshot and bio.
Perguntas gerais
“When you were a kid, did you ever expect that you’d [insert whatever they accomplished]? What did you imagine you’d be when you were little?”
Perguntas de aprofundamento
- Tell me about a time when…
- How did you go from being x to being y?
- What would the new you say to the old you?
- How did that make you feel?
- What was the debate going on in your head?
- What did you make of that? (If you notice they want to say more about something)